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Certified Surgical Assistant - CSA

Mayo Clinic
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Oct 2025

About the role

The Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA):

  • first assists the surgeon/physician in the performance of surgical procedures. 
  • has an understanding of human surgical anatomy; has developed surgical skills such as suturing, the proper use of surgical instrumentation, and proper positioning of surgical patients. 
  • possesses a working knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique, and perioperative policies and procedural guidelines. 
  • must have knowledge of surgical procedures and the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon. 
  • will work in a multi-specialty perioperative setting.

Graduate of a Surgical Assistant program or equivalent surgical assistant training. 

 

Relevant operating room experience or training within the past 3 years is preferred. 

Licensure/Certification:

Current certification as Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) with the National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) with National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). 

Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
  • Medical: Multiple plan options.
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

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